Bean Aphid Parasite vs White Witch Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bean Aphid Parasite | White Witch Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lysiphlebus fabarum | Thysania agrippina |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Braconidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 1.5-2.5 mm | 250-310 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bean Aphid Parasite
A minute braconid wasp that parasitizes black bean aphids and related species. Some populations reproduce asexually, consisting entirely of females.
Did You Know?
Certain populations are entirely female and reproduce through parthenogenesis caused by infection with Wolbachia bacteria.
White Witch Moth
Holds the record for the widest wingspan of any moth or butterfly at up to 310 mm. A nocturnal neotropical species with pale grey-white wings and wavy dark markings.
Did You Know?
With a wingspan up to 31 cm, the white witch moth has the widest wingspan of any living insect — broader than a dinner plate and rivaling small birds in flight.